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Three Big Takeaways From Bank Earnings
Wall Street Journal - 15 Oct 2024 20:04
What JPMorgan, Bank of America, Citi and Wells Fargo told us about consumers' finances.
Hong Kong Shares Fall 0.5%; Energy Stocks Weigh
Wall Street Journal - 15 Oct 2024 03:55
Hong Kong's Hang Seng Index fell 0.5% to 20991.89 in early trade, weighed by energy-related stocks.
Gold Steady, Supported by Geopolitical Tensions in Asia
Wall Street Journal - 15 Oct 2024 01:54
Gold was steady in the early Asian session, supported by geopolitical tensions in the region.
UnitedHealth Delivered a Beat---Here's Why the Stock Plunged Anyway
Wall Street Journal - 15 Oct 2024 17:30
Medical costs continue to surge more than expected for health insurers.
Activist Palliser Pushes for Change at AI Chip Investor SK Square
Wall Street Journal - 15 Oct 2024 16:39
The hedge fund has built a more than 1% stake in the South Korean company, which is the largest shareholder in chip maker SK Hynix.
Investors Spend a Lot of Time Thinking About Risk. But They Do It All Wrong.
Wall Street Journal - 15 Oct 2024 16:00
By focusing entirely on investment-risk tolerance, people miss a much bigger picture.
U.S. Natural Gas Futures Edge Cautiously Higher
Wall Street Journal - 15 Oct 2024 15:43
U.S. natural gas futures were gaining modestly with this week's cold front across the Midwest and Northeast expected to be followed by a mild second half of October.
Bank of America tops estimates on better-than-expected trading revenue
CNBC - 15 Oct 2024 14:50
Bank of America benefited from its Wall Street trading and banking divisions in the third quarter, just as rival JPMorgan Chase did.
Citigroup earnings top estimates, boosted by investment banking
CNBC - 15 Oct 2024 14:44
The bank's third-quarter report was stronger than Wall Street expected but still showed a year-over-year decline in earnings.
Goldman Sachs' Wall Street Businesses Gain Steam, Sending Profit Up 45%
Wall Street Journal - 15 Oct 2024 14:05
The bank posted strong growth in investment banking and asset and wealth management.
Bank of Baroda rolls out Utsav Deposit Scheme to offer up to 7.90% interest on FDs. Check details here
livemint.com - 15 Oct 2024 13:05
FD interest rates: On a tenure of 400 days, Bank of Baroda offers 7.3 percent to regular citizens on BOB Utsav Deposit Scheme, 7.8 percent to senior citizens and 7.9 percent to super senior citizens.
Don't Chase China's FOMO Rally
Wall Street Journal - 15 Oct 2024 13:00
Chinese stocks have gone from ice-cold to red-hot in a matter of weeks, but it might be driven by momentum rather than enough stimulus to solve China's economic woes.
So you're looking to buy a new home. Should you think like SRK or Warren Buffett?
livemint.com - 15 Oct 2024 12:41
Shah Rukh Khan once told a fellow actor he should buy a home that's slightly beyond his reach as it would make him work harder. The world's richest investor, meanwhile, has famously lived in the same house since 1958.
Ericsson shares jump 7% on third-quarter beat, growth in North America sales
CNBC - 15 Oct 2024 10:52
Shares of Swedish telecom firm Ericsson jumped 9% amid third-quarter core earnings that surpassed analyst expectations and growth North American demand.
IEA Trims Oil-Demand Forecast for Third Consecutive Month
Wall Street Journal - 15 Oct 2024 10:25
The International Energy Agency trimmed its forecast for this year's oil-demand growth for the third month in a row, as a rapid slowdown in Chinese consumption weighs on the global outlook.
Travel Loans: From eligibility to interest rate; all you need to know
livemint.com - 15 Oct 2024 09:47
Personal loans: Travel loans can finance dream vacations but require careful financial assessment and planning. Compare lenders and create a budget. With responsible borrowing, these loans can unlock travel aspirations, ...
Share Pledging: How can shares in a demat account be used as collateral for a loan?
livemint.com - 15 Oct 2024 09:34
Pledging shares or mutual funds allows investors to secure loans without selling their assets. This process retains ownership and corporate benefits while accessing funds, with loans typically at lower interest rates tha...
Finding the perfect match: Fund managers are your financial co-pilot
livemint.com - 15 Oct 2024 09:31
Choosing the right fund manager involves looking beyond basic qualifications.
Zero Fees, Zero Worries: Top 10 lifetime free credit cards for 2024
livemint.com - 15 Oct 2024 09:02
Credit card: Choosing a lifetime free credit card requires analysing benefits and personal spending habits. These cards, free from annual fees, provide valuable features. In 2024, consumers can find options that align wi...
Workers' pay growth falls to lowest level since pandemic
Telegraph - 15 Oct 2024 08:18
Wages have grown at their slowest pace since the pandemic, official figures show, as bosses wait to see how Rachel Reeves plans to raise taxes in the Budget.
How can personal loans provide financial support during crises?
livemint.com - 15 Oct 2024 08:01
Personal loans: In times of crisis, personal loans serve as a vital financial resource, providing quick access to funds without collateral. While they offer flexibility and competitive rates, borrowers should exercise ca...
Goldman Sachs to report third-quarter earnings
CNBC - 15 Oct 2024 06:01
Now that the Fed is easing rates, Goldman may benefit as corporations that have waited on the sidelines to acquire competitors or raise funds take action.